VIGABATRIN

Overview

VIGABATRIN is a Schedule H drug.
Vigabatrin is an anti-epileptic medicine, also called an anticonvulsant. Vigabatrin is used in combination with other medications to treat complex partial seizures in adults and children who are at least 10 years old. The powder form of vigabatrin is used to treat infantile spasms in babies and children between the ages of 1 month and 2 years.

Usage

VIGABATRIN is generally used to treat: Seizure, Infantile Spasms

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 1month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney or liver impairment, vision problem, suicidal thoughts, depression, any allergy, who are taking other medication, elderly, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. It may develop with unusual weight gain; if it is so consult with your doctor. It may develop with increased risk of suicidal thoughts; watch them carefully. Perform eye examination regularly while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

VIGABATRIN over-dosage can result in: Drowsiness, Dizziness, Confusion, Slurred Speech, Agitation, Restless Or Irritability, Unusual Behavior, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Slow Heart Rate (pulse), Slow Or Irregular Breathing, Fainting

Common Side-Effects

VIGABATRIN : Nausea, Vomit, Head Headache, Weight Gain, Fatigue (tiredness)

Serious Side-Effects

VIGABATRIN : Mood Swings, Confusion, Hallucinations

Rare Side-Effects

VIGABATRIN : Skin Rash, Difficulty Breathing, Body Itching, Face Swelling

Disease Interactions

VIGABATRIN can interfere with: Depression, Psychosis, CNS Disorder, Peripheral Neuropathy

Technical Classification

VIGABATRIN is categorized as: GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID ANALOGS / ANTICONVULSANTS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with VIGABATRIN as Ingredient

SABRIL 500MG TAB

VIGABATRIN 500 MG